May is a slightly cold and slightly rainy time for sunbathing in Australia. May is a good month for swimming in Australia with warm sea temperatures. Consider visiting Australia in the months of January, February, March, December, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for May.
The average maximum temperature in Australia in May is 20°. The average maximum temperature is 22° in the previous month and 17° in the next month.
The average temperature in Australia in May is 15°. The average temperature ranges is 18° in the previous month and 13° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Australia in May is 11°. The minimum temperature is 13° in the previous month and 9° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Australia in May are 10.5 and there are 6 hours of sunshine per day on average during May making it a sunny month that is overcast at times.
The ultraviolet index in Australia in May is typically 4.4 during May. An ultraviolet index reading of 3 to 5 indicates there is a moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Keep out of the sun during the strongest hours around midday when unprotected skin risks burning in less than 30 minutes. For the sensitive wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating. Tanning for hours is possible with the right application of sun cream. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Australia in May is 20.6° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.
The average total rainfall in Australia in May is 15.1cm and on average there are 10.4 rainy days in May making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Australia in May is 13° which is very comfortable. The dew point is 15° in the previous month and 11° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Australia in May is typically 84.8%. The maximum relative humidity is 84.8% in the previous month and 85% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Australia in May is typically 67.3%. The average relative humidity is 66.4% in the previous month and 68.5% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Australia in May is typically 24kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 25kmh in the previous month and 25kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Australia in May is typically 14kmh. The average wind speed is 14kmh in the previous month and 14kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Australia in May is from the South West.
